• Flexible location, Sydney or Melbourne
• Full-time contract position with a flexible, hybrid working arrangement
• Join a leading NFP tackling poverty & building a better future for all

About Caritas Australia

We are Compassion in Action. Caritas Australia is the international humanitarian and aid agency of the Australian Catholic Church. We have a vision to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods, clean water, sanitation and education.

Why work for Caritas Australia?

You will join a team of like-minded individuals who are passionate about tackling poverty and injustice. As part of the Caritas Australia team, you will also benefit from:

• Advancing your career within the International Aid & Development sector with a focus on professional development and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Hybrid working arrangements, to support your work/life balance
• Generous leave benefits including wellbeing, birthday, and 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave
• Not-for-Profit salary packaging offered

What does the role involve?

Reporting to the Community Partnerships Associate Director, join us in this exciting newly created role. You will play a pivotal role in inspiring and accompanying the Australian Catholic community in their commitment and journey towards ecological conversion, with a particular focus on growing the Catholic Earthcare Program.

Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Driving engagement with Catholic schools, parishes, and communities through the Catholic Earthcare program and initiatives like Project Compassion
• Growing the Catholic Earthcare network to enhance awareness of and commitment to integral ecology via effective communication, resources, and events
• Building strong partnerships with stakeholders in the Catholic Church, community, universities, and education sectors focused on social and climate justice
• Collaborating internally to develop impactful campaigns that spotlight our commitment to social justice and climate action, ensuring visibility and integration of our efforts.

This role can be based in Sydney or Melbourne and will work a hybrid model, including two days in the office per week.

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate will have a deep commitment to Caritas Australia’s mission to end poverty and injustice by promoting human dignity for all, a thorough understanding of the connection between poverty and caring for our common home, as well as a dedication to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching that guide our global efforts. They will have a mix of the following qualifications, skills and experience:    

• Tertiary qualifications in Education, Theology, Environment, or Community Engagement, with additional coursework in integral ecology highly desirable
• Over 5 years of experience in building partnerships and managing community mobilisation with the Catholic community and organisations, including campaign and event management
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategies that enhance engagement
• Exceptional ability to create engaging resources and content across various platforms, coupled with a solid understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and integral ecology.

How to apply

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications. We value diverse experiences, and we believe in potential. If you’re passionate about this role and believe you can make a valuable contribution, we’d love to hear from you!

Applications will be accepted until 30 April but we encourage you to apply early, as we will be assessing candidates as they come in and may close the ad earlier if necessary.

For any further questions or enquiries, please contact the recruitment team at [email protected], using the subject line: Community Partnerships Lead - Sydney / Melbourne enquiry via EthicalJobs. Otherwise, please submit you cover letter and CV through the relevant links.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us.

Our commitment to safeguarding – Caritas Australia recognises the personal dignity and rights of all people, especially children and vulnerable adults. As part of your employment, you will be required to undergo relevant background checks (Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, Reference Checks), abide by our safeguarding policies, and sign our Code of Conduct including Professional Behaviour Standards for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults.  

Our commitment to diversity - Caritas Australia encourages and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider applications regardless of race, sex, gender, age and disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Our commitment to safety and wellbeing - Depending on your role, Caritas Australia may require you to undertake health checks or receive vaccinations to ensure your safety and wellbeing at work.